Job Title: Forklift Operative
Location: Tilbury, Thurrock
Pay Rate:
1. Nights: 14.17 per hour PAYE (Providing you pass the temp to perm period, yearly salary increases to £33,000 per annum)
Shift Patterns Available:
2. Nights: 19:00 – 04:00
Working Schedule:
3. Monday to Friday
Contract:
4. 13-week temporary to permanent position
Job Responsibilities:
5. Operating a counterbalance forklift safely and efficiently for loading and unloading timber sheets.
6. Accurately picking and transporting timber products to designated storage areas.
7. Manual handling, including lifting, moving, and stacking goods securely.
8. Conducting detailed quality checks on incoming and outgoing goods to ensure they meet required standards.
9. Reporting any damaged goods or discrepancies promptly to supervisors.
10. Maintaining warehouse cleanliness and organisation, ensuring workspaces remain safe and accessible.
11. Following health and safety guidelines rigorously to promote a secure working environment for all employees.
12. Assisting with inventory management and stock control when required.
Requirements:
13. Valid Counterbalance Forklift License
14. Previous warehouse experience
15. Strong communication skills
16. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
17. Reliable and punctual with good attendance record
Desired Experience:
18. Prior experience working specifically with timber products is beneficial but not essential
What We Offer:
19. Competitive hourly rate
20. Stable Monday to Friday schedule
21. Opportunities for overtime
22. Supportive working environment
23. On-site parking
24. Immediate start available
25. Opportunities for progression and training
If you're an experienced Forklift Operative with a valid license looking to join a reliable team, we'd love to hear from you!